Manorial
adjective
Relating to a manor or manors.
a grand manorial estate

Often appears as...
- manorial estate
- manorial system
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Formal
Academic
adjective
Of or relating to the ownership or tenure of a manor.
manorial privileges were granted to the lord

Often appears as...
- manorial privileges
- manorial rights
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
adjective
Relating to a manor or manors.
a grand manorial estate

Often appears as...
- manorial estate
- manorial system
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
adjective
Of or relating to the ownership or tenure of a manor.
manorial privileges were granted to the lord

Often appears as...
- manorial privileges
- manorial rights
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
Definition 1 of 2

Historical Context
Used to discuss historical properties, indicating a connection to old, significant estates.

The manorial records reveal the estate's rich history.
Cultural Nuance
Implies elegance and prestige associated with large, traditional estates of the nobility.

They hosted a ball in their manorial gardens.
Social Hierarchy
Refers to social structures, often in historical contexts, with lords and vassals.

He spoke of his ancestors' manorial lifestyle.
Historical Context
Used to discuss historical properties, indicating a connection to old, significant estates.

The manorial records reveal the estate's rich history.
Cultural Nuance
Implies elegance and prestige associated with large, traditional estates of the nobility.

They hosted a ball in their manorial gardens.
Social Hierarchy
Refers to social structures, often in historical contexts, with lords and vassals.

He spoke of his ancestors' manorial lifestyle.
Historical Context
Used to discuss historical properties, indicating a connection to old, significant estates.

The manorial records reveal the estate's rich history.
Cultural Nuance
Implies elegance and prestige associated with large, traditional estates of the nobility.

They hosted a ball in their manorial gardens.
Social Hierarchy
Refers to social structures, often in historical contexts, with lords and vassals.

He spoke of his ancestors' manorial lifestyle.
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